Current Affairs - November 14, 2023 Current Affairs

The PM Kisan Bhai scheme is designed to empower farmers by providing them with the autonomy to decide when to sell their crops. This will give them more control over their produce and help them to negotiate better prices.

Morgan Stanley Research anticipates a robust economic performance for India, projecting a GDP growth of approximately 6.5% in both FY24 and FY25. The positive outlook is attributed to resilient domestic fundamentals, strong corporate and financial sector balance sheets, and the impact of recent policy reforms.

World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14, focusing on raising awareness about diabetes as a significant global public health concern. The theme for the year is 'Access to Diabetes Care,' emphasizing the importance of preventive measures, early diagnosis, and timely treatment.

Prime Minister Modi is set to launch the PM-PVTG Mission and Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.

The Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit occurred in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 11, 2023, addressing the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the summit, which saw the participation of leaders and representatives from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the League of Arab States.

Children’s Day in India is celebrated annually on November 14th, commemorating the birthday of India’s first prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. The day, known as Bal Diwas, aims to raise awareness about children’s rights and well-being, honouring Nehru's belief in their potential to shape the nation’s future. The theme of this year’s Children’s Day, ‘For every child, every right’, underscores the commitment to uphold the rights of every child worldwide.

The 6th High-Level Meeting of the India-OPEC Energy Dialogue occurred at the OPEC Secretariat in Vienna, Austria, on 9 November 2023, demonstrating a joint commitment to global energy stability and prosperity.

Jio Satellite Communications and OneWeb have been granted ISP licenses for satellite internet services in India.

The Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has set a target for its 14 member airlines to achieve 5% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage by 2030.

Rishi Sunak appointed former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron as the Foreign Secretary, marking a significant move in the political arena.

India signed a $400 million policy-based loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance urban infrastructure, emphasizing the nation's dedication to planned and sustainable urbanization, aiming to improve service delivery and governance systems.

Rajasthan is the largest state in India, covering an area of 342,239 sq. km, making it the country's largest state by land area.